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Longwood University Admission Requirements

Farmville, Virginia

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Your chances of getting into Longwood University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

90%
Admission Difficulty for Longwood University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Longwood University is 90%.  Its admission rate is the 30th lowest in Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Longwood University and can you get accepted?

Longwood University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,378 out of the 5,977 who applied were admitted.

The school has easy admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 65 percent on standardized admission tests. Longwood University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.59. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Longwood University?

90% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Longwood University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.59 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1100 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Longwood University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.59

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Longwood University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Longwood University are to have around a 3.59 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.59 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Longwood University accepts 90% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Longwood University is 3.59 on the 4.0 scale. 23% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #16 in Virginia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Longwood University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Longwood University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 23.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 16.5% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 15.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Longwood University SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Longwood University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 26% of students submitted SAT scores and 1% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1030-1170

Applicants Submitting SAT 

26%
SAT Scores for Longwood University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 510
Composite 25th Percentile 1030
SAT Scores for Longwood University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 600
Math 75th Percentile 570
Composite 75th Percentile 1170
Average SAT Score 1100

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Longwood University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Longwood University is 1100 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1030-1170. Students who get into Longwood University score in the top 55 percent of all SAT test takers..  Longwood University ranks #25 in the state of Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1100 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Longwood University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1030, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 960, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Longwood University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1100 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1100, you have around a 90% chance of being admitted. A 1170 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Longwood University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1170 and Above Good >94%
1100 to 1170 Avg + 90%-94%
1030 to 1100 Avg - 83%-90%
960 to 1030 Reach 71%-83%
Less than 960 Low <71%
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Longwood University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

1%
ACT Scores for Longwood University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for Longwood University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Longwood University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Longwood University is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 24.  The school ranks #32 in Virginia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 12.

1 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Longwood University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Longwood University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Longwood University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 90% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 24 ACT score.

Longwood University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >94%
20 to 24 Avg + 90%-94%
16 to 20 Avg - 83%-90%
12 to 16 Reach 71%-83%
Less than 12 Low <71%
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High School Class Rank

70% of Longwood University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 34% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Longwood University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 12%
Top 25% of class 34%
Top 50% of class 70%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Longwood University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,014 1,963 5,977
Accepted 3,672 1,706 5,378
Acceptance Rate 91% 87% 90%
Enrolled 500 218 718
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 13% 13%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Longwood University is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Longwood University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Longwood University Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Longwood University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Longwood University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.59 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1100 and ACT of 20 will almost guarantee your admission.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Longwood University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=232566 IPEDS survey data for Longwood University.

FAQs

Does Longwood University prefer SAT or ACT?

26% of students submit their SAT scores to Longwood University. 1% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Longwood University?

90% of those who apply are granted admission to Longwood University. Admission competition is and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Longwood University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1030 and 1170. The average SAT score is 1100. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Longwood University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 16 and 24. The average ACT score is 20. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.